President Donald Trump delivered a keynote address at a midterm convention, urging Republicans to take the upcoming elections seriously. He warned that if Democrats win, the nation will suffer. Trump asked Republicans to pretend he is on the ballot, emphasizing the importance of the election.

The convention's opening night saw Republicans criticize Democrats as extremists and express devotion to Trump. Despite his low approval ratings, Trump remains the party's undisputed leader and is being placed at the center of the midterm elections.

Further details about the convention and Trump's speech are available, including his warnings about the potential consequences of a Democratic win.